Air-Fried Chocolate Crinkle (Printable)

Rich, fudgy chocolate crinkles with a crisp exterior made effortlessly in an air fryer for a quick treat.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - ¼ cup vegetable oil
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Coating

09 - ½ cup powdered sugar

# Method:

01 - Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
02 - In a large bowl, beat sugar and oil until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
03 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a sticky dough forms.
04 - Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to firm up, up to 2 hours for best texture.
05 - Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or a silicone liner.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and coat generously in powdered sugar.
07 - Place the coated dough balls in the basket, ensuring space between each; bake in batches if necessary.
08 - Cook at 325°F for 7–8 minutes until cookies set with crackled tops.
09 - Let cookies cool in the basket for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich fudgy texture
  • Air fryer convenience
02 -
  • Contains eggs and wheat (gluten)
  • May contain traces of nuts or soy depending on ingredient brands check all labels if allergies are a concern
03 -
  • Use parchment paper or silicone liner to prevent sticking
  • Chill dough well to achieve signature crinkle effect
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